Rapunzel Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 So apparently this happened just on the other side of the N7 bridge on Plattekloof Road. My husband just drove past a commuter who was relieved of his bicycle on the plattekloof rd bridge over the N7. Appears to be a hot spot at the moment.
Chingy182 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 My husband just drove past a commuter who was relieved of his bicycle on the plattekloof rd bridge over the N7. Appears to be a hot spot at the moment.Ag FFS That road is full of traffic this time of day There goes my training route from home.
samson99 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 My husband just drove past a commuter who was relieved of his bicycle on the plattekloof rd bridge over the N7. Appears to be a hot spot at the moment.got any more info? and specifically which bridge?i commute everyday over the N7 using bosmansdam road
samson99 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 (edited) My husband just drove past a commuter who was relieved of his bicycle on the plattekloof rd bridge over the N7. Appears to be a hot spot at the moment.double post Edited September 20, 2019 by samson99
Twaatie Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 got any more info? and specifically which bridge?i commute everyday over the N7 using bosmansdam roadThink you're "safe". That sound like the refinery side where this happened
Chingy182 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 Think you're "safe". That sound like the refinery side where this happenedAgreed. This sounds like the same place as last week's episode. Just after Makro on Plattekloof Rd/N7 bridge near the street vendors selling their furniture. What I really don't get though is how busy this road is around 8h00 with traffic
Twaatie Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 Agreed. This sounds like the same place as last week's episode. Just after Makro on Plattekloof Rd/N7 bridge near the street vendors selling their furniture. What I really don't get though is how busy this road is around 8h00 with trafficYes, lots of cars. I know there are many guys that commute from durbanville via that route. But these guys are brazen and just don't give too fks
mathewk Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 Was this on a weekend? Red Hill has become a no-go area for solo riders and small groups. We went went up and over from the Simontown side, but I dropped near the top and rode the flatter section from the viewpoint to the top of the climb further along on my own. 3 guys walking towards me spread out on the road and then pretended to hitch hike when a car came past. That didn't fill me with happy feelings as I am pretty sure the car saved my day.
samson99 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 Think you're "safe". That sound like the refinery side where this happenedThanks. Although i go past/over the N7 at about 06:30 and this morning it was raining
Skylark Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 (edited) Agreed. This sounds like the same place as last week's episode. Just after Makro on Plattekloof Rd/N7 bridge near the street vendors selling their furniture. What I really don't get though is how busy this road is around 8h00 with trafficIt's a false sense of security when there are lots of cars around, most people are distracted or can't/won't help even if they notice you being mugged. I was once held at knife point in traffic whilst stopped at a red robot, surround by vehicles, busy time of the day and no one helped, the guys took their time rifling through my stuff and then sauntered off. Even if a decent person notices you are in trouble, what can they do other than hoot and shout, very few people are correctly trained or armed to deal with what potentially be a very dangeeous criminal. Edited September 20, 2019 by Skylark Skubarra and DawieO 2
Chingy182 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 It's a false sense of security when there lots of cars around, most people are distracted or can't/won't help even if they notice you being mugged. I was once held at knife point in traffic whilst stopped at a red robot, surround by vehicles, busy time of the day and no one helped, the guys took their time rifling through my stuff and then sauntered off. Even if a decent person notices you are in trouble, what can they do other than hoot and shout, very few people are correctly trained or armed to deal with what potentially be a very dangeeous criminal.Sadly I realise this is exactly the state of affairs. I'm also fully aware that if I do come across such a situation that I will be faced with 2 options... Keep my distance and be safe or if I decide to help, I might just end up murdering the perp in a fit of built up rage. And with that comes a whole sequence of events I'd rather never want to experience Bonus 1
Rapunzel Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 got any more info? and specifically which bridge?i commute everyday over the N7 using bosmansdam roadIt was on the bridge over the N7 next to the refinery. It looked as though the guys jumped the barrier and ran down the embankment to the N7 with the bike. Some cars had stopped but it would only have been possible to chase on foot. I suspect they choose the time of day when people are likely to cycle past.I've been on the receiving end of 2 attacks and the only advice I can give is if you see a pedestrian on your side of the road, regardless of how unthreatening they look, haul out the biggest can of pepper spray and point it at them while you ride past. Skylark, samson99 and Chingy182 3
ABrooks Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 Sadly I realise this is exactly the state of affairs. I'm also fully aware that if I do come across such a situation that I will be faced with 2 options... Keep my distance and be safe or if I decide to help, I might just end up murdering the perp in a fit of built up rage. And with that comes a whole sequence of events I'd rather never want to experience This is why most people do not get involved, should you do something to help the person out you might even be charged with assault. If you have a firearm and you shoot the perp, charged with attempted murder. Chances are that you would not be found guilty, but still, no one wants that stress on themselves. Bonus and Chingy182 2
samson99 Posted September 20, 2019 Posted September 20, 2019 Turns out I know the guy who was robbed of his bike today on the plattekloof bridge. But thankfully he got his bike back as someone chased after the perps. Waiting for him to reply. Will then give more details Wannabe 1
ivan888 Posted September 21, 2019 Posted September 21, 2019 This place has gone to the dogs. Such a waste. If you can’t ride your bicycle in peace then it’s time to quit or move. I’m not quitting. Bonus and Skylark 2
Hairy Posted October 18, 2019 Posted October 18, 2019 2 x ATTEMPTED MUGGINGS ON THE CT CYCLE LANE BETWEEN WOODSTOCK STATION AND N1 BRIDGE IN THE LAST TWO DAYS....ALL WITHIN A KM OF EACHOTHER. PLEASE SHARE AND MAKE PEOPLE AWARE 2019.10.17https://twitter.com/CTCycleLanes/status/1185164333246025728 2019.10.18https://twitter.com/CTCycleLanes/status/1185185398189953024
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